Article: The new suburban health threat.(dangerous insect bites)(The Better Way)

Most people see bugs as just pesky backyard nuisances. But as more housing springs up in once-rural areas, suburbanites are coming in much closer contact with mosquitoes and ticks capable of transmitting serious illnesses. And sometimes, a bug bite can mean big trouble.

What's more, because many bug-borne diseases cause flulike symptoms, they can often be misdiagnosed and result in potentially serious complications. Doctors usually suspect an insect-related disease if you know you've recently been bitten or have spent time in a wooded area. The diagnosis is confirmed through a blood test.

"People should be aware of these diseases, and take ...

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